NYT Crossword · 11 Down
“Pattern based on nature, for short” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Wednesday, May 6, 2026 as 11 Down. The answer has 4 letters. Reveal it below one square at a time, or open the hints first if you only want a push in the right direction.
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NYT Crossword · Wednesday, May 6, 2026 · 11 Down
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Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Pattern based on nature, for short”?
The answer has 4 letters. It starts with C and ends with O, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Pattern based on nature, for short” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 11 Down.
What is the answer to the “Pattern based on nature, for short” crossword clue?
The answer is CAMO (4 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.